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We are pleased to inform you that the new RACHP EngTech Bulletins are now available for immediate access on the members’ area of the IOR website.
New bulletins are:
- Refrigerants with temperature glide (GPG141): This bulletin explains what temperature glide is and highlights the key factors technicians should consider when working with refrigerants that exhibit temperature glide.
- Direct Expansion Fin and Tube Evaporators (GPG142): This bulletin discusses air-to-refrigerant and water-to-refrigerant evaporators, focusing on direct expansion (DX) fin and tube evaporators. It follows on from GPG 140 on distributors and flooded evaporators.
- Equipment - End of Life (GPG143): This bulletin looks at the key factors you should consider when deciding to advise whether to replace or repair a system.
Subscribers can log in to access the members' area. Not a subscriber yet? For just £44, you can access these bulletins — plus hundreds more — to keep your skills sharp. Apply today here.
Recent posts
New Technician Good Practice Guides Available
6 Nov 2025
Topics of the new bulletins include direct expansion water-to-refrigerant evaporators, electrical safe isolation and determining the wattage of electric heaters.
Publication
GB F Gas consultation launched by DEFRA
5 Nov 2025
The outcomes will be used to shape future legislation for our sector. Take part in this consultation to make the views of the RACHP industry heard. Industry groups will be coordinating a response through ACRIB (Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Industry Board).
News
Talk on the Future of Compressors Now Available
5 Nov 2025
The talk by Prof. Ahmed Kovacevic, FREng on emerging technologies in compressors and their systems is now available from the IOR website.
Recording
IOR’s Committees Share Achievements and Plans
3 Nov 2025
On 29 October, the IOR members met to share their reports on activity, plans and strategies for the future. Seven IOR committees met, including Membership, Education, Environment, Technical, Engineering Technician Group, Women in RACHP, and the Dinner Committee.
Live event
IOR 2025 Election Results Announced
29 Oct 2025
At the IOR Annual General Meeting held on 29 October 2025, election results were announced. Stephen Gill FInstR was voted President-Elect, and Stephen Benton FInstR together with David Bostock FInstR were elected as Trustees to the IOR Board.
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